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Cake Smash Portrait Editing Software

Process high-volume studio galleries in minutes. You'll get a uniform look across every subject and cut your retouching time by 96%.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Background Mask

    Remove or replace backgrounds for creative album designs. Artistic composites and signature shots that elevate your portfolio.

  • Crop

    Uniform framing regardless of photographer count. Visual consistency for albums and galleries at any scale.

  • Culling Studio

    Sort through thousands of photos in minutes. Selects the best shots – cutting culling time by up to 75%.

  • Smooth Skin

    Apply natural retouching instantly to high-volume galleries. Flawless portraits that preserve authentic expressions.

  • Subject Mask

    Isolate and enhance couples and wedding parties with intelligent adjustments. Key moments like first dances and ceremonies get the emphasis they deserve.

  • Teeth Whitening

    Brighten smiles naturally in ceremony and reception portraits. Subtle enhancement that never looks overdone.

Reviews from those who know best.

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “The term 'game changer' gets thrown out a lot, but for any busy photographer, this software will change your life.”

    Michael AntonyMichael Antony Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “My survival is due to Imagen… I would MARVEL at how little I had to adjust.”

    Charmi Patel PeñaWedding Photographer, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s so refreshing to start with a high level of quality, and it leaves me with much more energy to spend on my favorite photos.”

    Sam HurdSam Hurd Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Discovering Imagen has been like someone inventing toilet paper. Simply essential and now life is unthinkable without it. I now know that those years of editing backlogs are a thing of the past. I'm truly grateful.”

    Sarah EdmundsPortrait & Wedding Photographer, Italy
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s a must for me after my culling process. Love Imagen since day one.”

    Fer JuaristiFer Juaristi Photography, Mexico
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Thanks to Imagen, I can actually enjoy editing… I have recovered hundreds of hours back.”

    Daniel AlonsoPeople TrueLove Tellers, Spain

Imagen cuts editing time by up to 96%

Stop spending countless hours on repetitive editing tasks.
Focus on what matters most: your creativity and your clients.

  • 96% Faster editing

    Cut your post-production time dramatically with AI-powered automation.

  • Instant color correction

    Apply consistent edits across hundreds of photos in seconds, not hours.

  • Automated culling

    Let AI identify and remove blurry shots, duplicates, and closed eyes automatically.

  • Batch processing

    Edit entire events shoots or portrait sessions while you focus on your next creative work.

Next-morning delivery

Deliver galleries by 9 AM

Give parents their photos while the frosting is fresh. We built this cake smash portrait editing software to process 500 images in minutes. You'll get your mornings back and happy clients.

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Consistent studio style

Match edits across every shoot

Keep your studio look uniform when 3 photographers shoot messy cake smash sessions. Your Personal AI Profile applies your exact retouching style so you don't worry about mismatched edits.

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Imagen’s AI Editing and Retouching Tools

  • Crop & Straighten

    AI levels tilted horizons and crops every photo around its subject, automatically, across your whole shoot. Review and adjust every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • HDR Merge

    Automatically combine 3–9 bracketed exposures into one perfectly balanced photo using an AI HDR photo merge tool that handles indoor and outdoor lighting in one shot.

  • Smooth Skin

    Smooth Skin finds every face, masks the skin and softens it automatically, so every portrait looks polished and natural without manual retouching.

  • Object removal

    Object Removal automatically detects and removes exit signs, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and fire stickers from your photos — across your entire gallery, in the cloud, without Photoshop.

  • Batch Editing

    Edit thousands of photos in your style automatically. Imagen's AI learns your editing preferences and applies them consistently across entire projects, so you deliver faster without losing your creative touch.

  • Whiten Teeth

    Whiten Teeth detects and brightens teeth in each photo automatically, so every smile looks its best without manual retouching.

  • Perspective Correction

    Automatically fix distorted lines and tilted horizons using an AI image perspective correction tool that analyzes each photo, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Portrait Crop

    Automatically crop hundreds of portrait photos to a consistent frame using an AI portrait crop tool that detects each subject and places them perfectly — so every face lands exactly where it should.

  • Headshot Crop

    Automatically crop headshots with an AI headshot photo cropper that detects every subject and frames each shot consistently, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Background Mask

    Mask the background in every photo automatically and adjust its exposure, color and texture on their own, so your subject stands out. Review and refine every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • Denoise

    Remove grain from high-ISO and low-light RAW photos automatically. Imagen sets the strength for each photo, keeps the detail and your editing style, and sends the results to Lightroom Classic.

  • Background Extraction

    Automatically extract subjects from any photo using an AI-powered background remover that keeps edges clean, detail sharp, and every result ready to review.

  • Window Pull

    Balance bright windows with indoor subjects using an AI-powered tool that detects overexposed areas and pulls back highlights, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Export to a Gallery

    Export final JPEGs straight from Imagen to Pic-Time galleries or your local folder. Complete your entire workflow from camera to client, without switching apps.

  • Remove Duplicate Photos

    Imagen's AI culling groups similar shots and keeps only the best. Duplicate Removal happens automatically, so you review fewer photos and deliver faster.

  • Eye Blink Detection

    Imagen's AI analyzes every face in your photos and detects closed eyes automatically. Blink Detection flags the issue so you keep the shots where everyone looks their best.

  • Subject Masking

    Imagen's AI Subject Mask finds the main subject in every photo and adjusts it on its own, so it stands out. No manual brushwork, no repetitive masking: consistent results across your whole project, ready in Lightroom Classic.

  • Sharpness Check

    Automatically detect the sharpest photos in every set using an AI-powered Sharpness Check that analyzes focus accuracy — so you cull faster and choose with confidence.

  • Backup Original RAW files

    Automatically back up your original RAW files to secure cloud storage as you work — so your client photos are always protected, without any extra steps.

  • High-Res Optimized Storage

    Store full-resolution photos at up to 75% smaller file size — so your photo storage goes 4x further, uploads faster, and your work stays protected without the cost of raw file bloat.

  • Imagen API

    The Imagen API lets developers connect Imagen's AI editing engine directly to any app, platform, or workflow — so your photos get edited automatically, at any scale, without the desktop app.

  • Stray Hair

    Stray Hair detects flyaways in each portrait and removes them automatically, so every photo looks polished without hours of manual retouching.

  • Face Retouch

    Face Retouch detects and corrects common skin imperfections in each portrait. Blemishes, under-eye shadows, uneven texture; so every photo looks polished without tedious manual work.

Scalable plans to enhance your workflow

Get started with 1,000 free edits. Edit your projects faster without sacrificing quality.

  • Pay-as-you-go

    Pay only for what you need

    Starting at

    US$0.05 / photo

    US$7/monthly base fee

    Any unused balance rolls over to next month as editing credit

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    • Monthly charge based on use
    • Cancel anytime
    • Composition, masking, and more with AI tools. Charge per photo.AI tools are smart editing features that automate adjustments like crop, straighten, and skin smoothing.
  • Limitless

    One simple price for unlimited use

    Billed annuallyBilled monthly

    US$129US$165 / month

    Save US$432/year

    Start for free
    • For photographers who shoot their own work
    • All editing, retouching, and AI tools included
    • AI culling included

* Looking for Imagen for Real Estate? The web app for real estate is priced separately. See real estate pricing

* Not sure which plan? Start with Pay-as-you-go and switch later.

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Faster editing time
96%
Saving on editing costs
90%
Typical turnaround
24h

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is studio and product photographers editing with AI?

Studio and product photographers editing with AI means handing over the repetitive parts of your post-production workflow to a smart tool that learns your exact style. As a photographer, you know that a cake smash session creates hundreds of photos with varying lighting as the toddler moves around. Our cake smash portrait editing software analyzes each individual photo and applies your unique color correction and exposure adjustments instantly. You keep full creative control while the AI does the heavy lifting. The software recognizes the subject in your studio and adjusts the lighting to match your previous work perfectly. It also identifies the background to ensure your seamless paper or custom sets look consistent across the entire gallery. You'll slash editing time by up to 96%, giving you hours back to plan your next creative setup. Instead of clicking through hundreds of similar images adjusting sliders, you review the finished gallery and make tiny tweaks. Imagen adapts to those changes for your next batch, meaning the results get better every single time you use it.

How does this cake smash portrait editing software handle messy backgrounds?

Our cake smash portrait editing software takes care of complex scenes by analyzing the entire frame before making any adjustments. A typical 1-year-old birthday session involves flying frosting, balloons, and props scattered everywhere. The AI understands the difference between the main subject and the surrounding mess. It applies your specific editing style accurately and doesn't get confused by the frosting on the floor or the bright colors of the decorations. When you shoot in your studio, you want the baby to stand out clearly from the background. The AI applies your custom Personal AI Profile to balance the exposure and color temperature across the whole image. If you use a flash or continuous light, the software reads those specific lighting conditions and adjusts accordingly. You'll get a clean and consistent look across all 100 or 200 photos from the session. This means you spend less time fixing exposure shifts when the baby suddenly crawls out of your main light. You get beautifully edited photos that highlight the fun and chaos of the session while keeping your professional look intact.

Is AI faster than doing manual edits on studio portraits in Photoshop?

Using AI is significantly faster than manually editing your photos one by one in your current editing software. When you photograph a busy toddler smashing a cake, you often end up with over 500 images to sort and edit. Doing this by hand takes hours of adjusting white balance, recovering highlights in the frosting, and lifting shadows on the subject. With Imagen, you can edit an entire gallery of 500 images in under 10 minutes. The AI applies your Personal AI Profile to every single photo instantly. It analyzes the specific lighting of your studio and ensures the background looks exactly how you want it. This massive speed increase doesn't mean a drop in quality. You still get your signature look applied perfectly to every frame. You simply review the final images and make a few final adjustments before exporting. This frees you up to photograph more clients or spend time with your own family instead of staring at a computer monitor late at night.

Does the software work with my camera RAW files from studio sessions?

Yes, the software works directly with your camera RAW files to give you the highest quality edits possible. When you shoot a cake smash in your studio, you need all the data in that RAW file to capture the bright colors of the cake and the delicate skin tones of your subject. Our cake smash portrait editing software processes these files seamlessly. It reads the deep color information and dynamic range to apply your Personal AI Profile perfectly. You don't have to convert anything to JPEG before editing. The AI uses the RAW data to balance the exposure between the messy foreground and your custom background. This ensures you keep all the rich details in the frosting and the crisp textures of your props. Editing RAW files directly means you never lose image quality during the process. Imagen integrates smoothly with your current catalog system, so you keep your exact same file management routine. You get the benefits of lightning-fast AI editing while maintaining the professional file formats you already trust.

How much time will I save on a typical cake smash portrait gallery?

You'll save hours of manual work on every single gallery you edit. A standard cake smash session easily produces 300 to 500 final images for proofing. If you spend just 30 seconds editing each photo, you are looking at over 4 hours of sitting at your desk. Our software cuts that time down to just a few minutes. You simply upload your catalog and let the AI apply your Personal AI Profile. Within 10 minutes, you get a fully edited gallery back. The AI automatically adjusts the exposure on your subject and corrects the white balance across the entire background. Because you shoot in a controlled studio environment, the AI learns your lighting setup incredibly fast and applies your style with amazing accuracy. You go from spending half a day editing 1 session to finishing it while you drink a cup of coffee. You can use those saved hours to market your business, design albums, or simply rest after a long week of crawling on the floor with toddlers.

Can I train the AI to match my specific cake smash portrait style?

You can absolutely train the AI to replicate your exact editing style perfectly. We know that every photographer has a unique way of processing their images. Some prefer bright and airy setups, while others love rich and moody colors. You teach our cake smash portrait editing software your specific look by uploading 3,000 of your previously edited photos. The AI analyzes these images to build your custom Personal AI Profile. It learns exactly how you prefer to light your subject and how you handle the colors in your background. Once your profile is ready, it applies your specific adjustments to every new photo you shoot in your studio. If you ever change your style slightly, the AI learns from your final tweaks and adapts to your new preferences. You won't have to settle for a generic preset that looks like everyone else. You get a tool that understands your artistic vision and applies it consistently across every messy, frosting-covered photo you take.

How does the AI separate the baby from the cake and props?

The AI uses advanced subject detection to understand exactly what is happening in your photo. A cake smash session is chaotic, with the baby, the giant cake, and the decorations often blending together. Imagen is smart enough to identify the main subject in the frame. It knows where the toddler ends and the messy props start. This means it applies your editing style correctly across the entire scene, and it doesn't wash out the details. When you set up your studio, you carefully plan your lighting to flatter the baby. The AI respects this lighting and ensures the skin tones remain natural, even if the baby is covered in bright blue frosting. It also recognizes your backdrop and floor sweeps, keeping the background colors true to life. By understanding the different elements in your photo, the software sends back a balanced edit that requires very little tweaking. You get a polished final image that highlights the fun of the session while maintaining your professional standards.

Do I lose control over the final look of my studio portraits?

You never lose control over the final look of your photos when you use our software. Think of AI as your highly trained editing assistant, not a replacement for your creative eye. Our cake smash portrait editing software does the tedious initial work of color correction and exposure balancing. It applies your Personal AI Profile to get the images 90 to 95% of the way to your final vision. After the AI finishes, you review the gallery in your own editing software. You retain complete control to adjust the exposure on the subject, tweak the white balance, or fix a distraction in the background. Because you shoot in a consistent studio environment, you'll find that very few manual adjustments are actually needed. However, you always have the final say before delivering the gallery to your clients. Imagen even learns from the minor tweaks you make and updates your profile for next time. You stay completely in charge of your art while saving countless hours of repetitive clicking.

Will using AI help me book more cake smash portrait clients?

Using AI gives you a massive advantage in growing your photography business and booking more clients. When you use our cake smash portrait editing software, you drastically reduce your turnaround time. Parents love getting their adorable photos back quickly to share on social media and print for birthday parties. Delivering a fully edited gallery in just a few days leads to thrilled clients and glowing reviews. Word of mouth is the best way to get new clients into your studio. plus, saving 4 to 5 hours of editing time per session frees you up to focus on marketing. You can spend that extra time designing new sets, updating your website, or running promotions. The AI ensures every photo looks perfectly consistent, with the subject beautifully lit and the background colors popping. A stronger, more consistent portfolio naturally attracts more inquiries. By letting Imagen handle the repetitive editing tasks, you can focus your energy on the activities that actually generate revenue and grow your client base.

Can I batch edit multiple studio setups at once?

You can absolutely batch edit multiple different setups from the same session at the exact same time. A typical cake smash often includes a clean portrait set, the messy cake setup, and finally a splash in a little bathtub. Each of these setups in your studio has different lighting and colors. The software analyzes each photo individually to determine the correct adjustments. It reads the changing light on your subject and the different colors in each new background. You don't have to separate the photos into different folders or apply different presets manually. You simply send the entire catalog to Imagen, and the AI applies your Personal AI Profile intelligently across the varying scenes. It knows how to handle the bright white tub just as well as the dark, moody cake setup. This batch processing saves you from constantly stopping and starting your workflow. You get a cohesive, beautifully edited gallery back in minutes, ready for your final review and delivery to the parents.

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